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How much do correctional psychologist jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for correctional psychologist in Springfield, IL is $152,686.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $86,700.00 and $221,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a correctional psychologist?

A Correctional Psychologist is a mental health professional who works within the criminal justice system to assess, diagnose, and treat individuals in correctional facilities. They provide therapy, crisis intervention, and psychological evaluations for inmates, helping address issues such as trauma, substance abuse, and behavioral disorders. They also collaborate with correctional staff to develop rehabilitation programs and risk assessments to support inmate reintegration and reduce recidivism. Their work plays a crucial role in maintaining mental health and safety within the prison system.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a correctional psychologist?

To thrive as a Correctional Psychologist, you need a doctoral degree in psychology, relevant state licensure, and expertise in psychological assessment and intervention within correctional settings. Familiarity with case management software, standardized assessment tools, and security protocols is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, resilience, and the ability to maintain professional boundaries are critical soft skills. These qualifications ensure effective mental health support for incarcerated individuals while maintaining safety and compliance in a challenging environment.

What challenges do correctional psychologists face in their daily work?

Correctional Psychologists often encounter unique challenges, such as working with individuals who have complex mental health needs, trauma histories, or co-occurring substance use disorders. They must adapt therapeutic approaches to the security-focused environment and work collaboratively with corrections officers and multidisciplinary teams. Managing high caseloads and supporting rehabilitation while ensuring the safety of both staff and residents can be demanding but also highly rewarding. Understanding and navigating the correctional system's protocols is essential for providing effective mental health care within these facilities.

How long does it take to become a correctional psychologist?

Becoming a correctional psychologist typically requires earning a bachelor's degree, followed by a master's or doctoral degree in psychology, which can take 4 to 8 years. Additionally, state licensing or certification is required, often involving supervised practice hours and exams, making the total pathway usually 6 to 10 years after high school.

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Infographic showing various Correctional Psychologist job openings in Springfield, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $152,686 per year, or $73.4 per hour.

Psychologist - Logan Correctional Center (79774)

Centurion, LLC

Lincoln, IL • On-site

$72.12/hr

Full-time

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Psychologist - Logan Correctional Center

Logan Correctional Center - Lincoln, IL 62656

Position Type: Full-Time Job Shift: Day Education Level: Professional Degree Category: Medical Physician & Advanced Practice Provider

Join Centurion Health in our newest partnership with Illinois Department of Corrections.

We are seeking a full-time Clinical Psychologist to join our team at Logan Correctional Center located in Lincoln, Illinois, 30-miles northeast of Springfield.

Logan Correctional Center is a multi-level security facility for female and transgender individuals. This facility also serves as the state's female intake, reception, and classification center.

The Clinical Psychologist provides psychological leadership, consultation, and direct services for patients in an assigned facility. The Psychologist will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in providing assessment and treatment of mental and emotional disorders of patients.

Lincoln, Illinois holds the distinction of being the only city named after Abraham Lincoln before his presidency. Strategically situated along historic Route 66 and Interstate 55, Lincoln offers convenient travels to Springfield, Bloomington‐Normal, Peoria, Champaign‐Urbana, and even halfway to Chicago and St. Louis. The city offers affordable housing and crime rates are lower than Illinois and the US average making Lincoln a safe place to live.

Hourly rate of $72.12.

NHSC Loan Repayment available at this site

Qualifications:

  • Must hold PsyD or PhD from a US APA accredited university program.
  • Licensed in Illinois as a Clinical Psychologist
  • Must maintain current tuberculosis documentation and active CPR/AED certification
  • Must be able to pass background investigation and obtain agency security clearance where applicable is required
  • Supervisory experience in a state or county corrections facility is preferred

For additional information, please contact Erik Hannemann, Provider Recruiter at (571)650-2677 or via email at ehannemann@teamcenturion.com

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